Macedonia

Country Macedonia
Capital Skopje
Continent Europe
Currency Macedonian denar(MKD)
Languages Macedonian, Albanian, Turkish, Roma, Serbian, Bosnian & Aromanian

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Macedonia gained its independence peacefully from Yugoslavia in 1991. Greece's objection to the new state's use of what it considered a Hellenic name and symbols delayed international recognition, which occurred under the provisional designation of "the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia." In 1995, Greece lifted a 20-month trade embargo and the two countries agreed to normalize relations. The United States began referring to Macedonia by its constitutional name, Republic of Macedonia, in 2004 and negotiations continue between Greece and Macedonia to resolve the name issue. Some ethnic Albanians, angered by perceived political and economic inequities, launched an insurgency in 2001 that eventually won the support of the majority of Macedonia's Albanian population and led to the internationally-brokered Ohrid Framework Agreement, which ended the fighting by establishing a set of new laws enhancing the rights of minorities. Fully implementing the Framework Agreement and stimulating economic growth and development continue to be challenges for Macedonia, although progress has been made on both fronts over the past several years.

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North Macedonia marks August 2, the day of the Ilinden Uprising - Gazeta ExpressNorth Macedonia marks August 2, the day of the Ilinden Uprising  Gazeta Express

North Macedonia - U.S. Department of State (.gov)North Macedonia  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Share Your Experience: Access to Online Health Services in North Macedonia - Balkan InsightShare Your Experience: Access to Online Health Services in North Macedonia  Balkan Insight

U.S. eases tariffs on North Macedonia, Moldova - SeeNewsU.S. eases tariffs on North Macedonia, Moldova  SeeNews

An XXL impression: Celebrating North Macedonia's Eurovision 2000 entry - AussievisionAn XXL impression: Celebrating North Macedonia's Eurovision 2000 entry  Aussievision

Council of Europe urges North Macedonia to improve environment, protect Romas from disproportionate risks - Balkan Green Energy NewsCouncil of Europe urges North Macedonia to improve environment, protect Romas from disproportionate risks  Balkan Green Energy News

North Macedonia’s New Care Economy: Changing Lives, Creating Jobs - World BankNorth Macedonia’s New Care Economy: Changing Lives, Creating Jobs  World Bank

Vermont National Guard hosts North Macedonia partners - MyChamplainValley.comVermont National Guard hosts North Macedonia partners  MyChamplainValley.com

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North Macedonia: GRECO welcomes progress in anti-corruption reforms in central government and the police and ends compliance procedure - The Council of EuropeNorth Macedonia: GRECO welcomes progress in anti-corruption reforms in central government and the police and ends compliance procedure  The Council of Europe

North Macedonia MPs Pass No-Confidence Motion on Chief Prosecutor - Balkan InsightNorth Macedonia MPs Pass No-Confidence Motion on Chief Prosecutor  Balkan Insight

North Macedonia's Nomagas completes cap hike - SeeNewsNorth Macedonia's Nomagas completes cap hike  SeeNews

SDSM: Macedonia is first in Europe in terms of the area of burned territory - Gazeta ExpressSDSM: Macedonia is first in Europe in terms of the area of burned territory  Gazeta Express

Living Tradition: Old-Style Wedding Attracts Thousands to North Macedonia Village - Balkan InsightLiving Tradition: Old-Style Wedding Attracts Thousands to North Macedonia Village  Balkan Insight

MONEYVAL: North Macedonia improves anti-money laundering efforts, but gaps remain - The Council of EuropeMONEYVAL: North Macedonia improves anti-money laundering efforts, but gaps remain  The Council of Europe

North Macedonia's TTK Banka plans to issue 1 mln euro bond - SeeNewsNorth Macedonia's TTK Banka plans to issue 1 mln euro bond  SeeNews

European MPs’ Report Revives Bulgaria-North Macedonia Identity Battle - Balkan InsightEuropean MPs’ Report Revives Bulgaria-North Macedonia Identity Battle  Balkan Insight

Makedonijaturist's H1 net profit soars on higher revenue - SeeNewsMakedonijaturist's H1 net profit soars on higher revenue  SeeNews

2025 News items - North Macedonia formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies - World Trade Organization2025 News items - North Macedonia formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies  World Trade Organization

Czech Firefighters To Help Battle Forest Fires in North Macedonia - Brno DailyCzech Firefighters To Help Battle Forest Fires in North Macedonia  Brno Daily

Digital 2025: North Macedonia - DataReportal – Global Digital InsightsDigital 2025: North Macedonia  DataReportal – Global Digital Insights

North Macedonia's UNI Banka shareholders OK perpetual bond issue - SeeNewsNorth Macedonia's UNI Banka shareholders OK perpetual bond issue  SeeNews

North Macedonia - Request for an Opinion - The Council of EuropeNorth Macedonia - Request for an Opinion  The Council of Europe

Israel vs North Macedonia - Class. Games 9-16 - FIBA U18 EuroBasket 2025 - fiba.basketballIsrael vs North Macedonia - Class. Games 9-16 - FIBA U18 EuroBasket 2025  fiba.basketball

Money laundering and terrorist financing: MONEYVAL progress reports on North Macedonia and Romania - The Council of EuropeMoney laundering and terrorist financing: MONEYVAL progress reports on North Macedonia and Romania  The Council of Europe

Health systems in action 2024: North Macedonia - European Observatory on Health Systems and PoliciesHealth systems in action 2024: North Macedonia  European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies

Mucunski: The US significantly reduced tariffs on products from the RMV, proof that new economic relations are being established between the two countries - TelegrafiMucunski: The US significantly reduced tariffs on products from the RMV, proof that new economic relations are being established between the two countries  Telegrafi

North Macedonia's ZK Pelagonija net profit up 40% y/y in H1 - SeeNewsNorth Macedonia's ZK Pelagonija net profit up 40% y/y in H1  SeeNews

EY North Macedonia Alert - January 2025 | EY - Global - EYEY North Macedonia Alert - January 2025 | EY - Global  EY

North Macedonia's June industrial output up 0.5% y/y - SeeNewsNorth Macedonia's June industrial output up 0.5% y/y  SeeNews

North Macedonia's TTK Banka net profit down 21% y/y in H1 - SeeNewsNorth Macedonia's TTK Banka net profit down 21% y/y in H1  SeeNews

Watch: Moment when pyrotechnics spark deadly fire in nightclub in North Macedonia - The Times of IndiaWatch: Moment when pyrotechnics spark deadly fire in nightclub in North Macedonia  The Times of India

The RMV government announced annual price-limiting measures - TelegrafiThe RMV government announced annual price-limiting measures  Telegrafi

The Customs Directorate in the Republic of Macedonia has achieved an increase of 5.4% - TelegrafiThe Customs Directorate in the Republic of Macedonia has achieved an increase of 5.4%  Telegrafi

North Macedonia’s EU path: Challenges and opportunities in 2025 - ClingendaelNorth Macedonia’s EU path: Challenges and opportunities in 2025  Clingendael

59 dead at nightclub fire in North Macedonia - The Times of India59 dead at nightclub fire in North Macedonia  The Times of India

Mexhiti: Within a year, pensions have increased by 7.000 denars, proof that pensioners deserve respect and dignity - TelegrafiMexhiti: Within a year, pensions have increased by 7.000 denars, proof that pensioners deserve respect and dignity  Telegrafi

What we know about North Macedonia's fatal nightclub fire - The Times of IndiaWhat we know about North Macedonia's fatal nightclub fire  The Times of India

Official Statement: Netherlands vs North Macedonia - IHFOfficial Statement: Netherlands vs North Macedonia  IHF

The crisis in North Macedonia runs deep - Al JazeeraThe crisis in North Macedonia runs deep  Al Jazeera

North Macedonia: maintain commitment to human rights of Roma and take urgent action for a healthy environment for all - The Council of EuropeNorth Macedonia: maintain commitment to human rights of Roma and take urgent action for a healthy environment for all  The Council of Europe

North Macedonia down Guinea to seal main round spot - IHFNorth Macedonia down Guinea to seal main round spot  IHF

Taravari admits: Kurti was directly involved in Albanian politics in North Macedonia, without his guarantees I would not have joined VALEN - Gazeta ExpressTaravari admits: Kurti was directly involved in Albanian politics in North Macedonia, without his guarantees I would not have joined VALEN  Gazeta Express

Police in North Macedonia Equipped to Better Protect Journalists - The Council of EuropePolice in North Macedonia Equipped to Better Protect Journalists  The Council of Europe

Firefighting efforts continue near North Macedonia-Kosovo border - Anadolu AjansiFirefighting efforts continue near North Macedonia-Kosovo border  Anadolu Ajansi

FAO and the Food and Veterinary Agency of North Macedonia promote Codex standards - Food and Agriculture OrganizationFAO and the Food and Veterinary Agency of North Macedonia promote Codex standards  Food and Agriculture Organization

North Macedonia—Public Finance Review: Ensuring Stability and Boosting Resilience - World BankNorth Macedonia—Public Finance Review: Ensuring Stability and Boosting Resilience  World Bank

North Macedonia: health system review 2024 - European Observatory on Health Systems and PoliciesNorth Macedonia: health system review 2024  European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies

2025 European Youth Summer Olympic Festival (EYOF) in Skopje: Preview, schedule, young stars competing, and how to watch live action - Olympics.com2025 European Youth Summer Olympic Festival (EYOF) in Skopje: Preview, schedule, young stars competing, and how to watch live action  Olympics.com

Women leaders shift thinking on mental health and immunization in North Macedonia - World Health Organization (WHO)Women leaders shift thinking on mental health and immunization in North Macedonia  World Health Organization (WHO)

For 13 months, MPs in Macedonia received over 300 thousand euros for road expenses - TelegrafiFor 13 months, MPs in Macedonia received over 300 thousand euros for road expenses  Telegrafi

Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with North Macedonia Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Mucunski - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Secretary Rubio’s Meeting with North Macedonia Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Mucunski  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

One of Us: Macedonia's William Chilton makes his mark as 'The Golf Ball Guy' - WKYCOne of Us: Macedonia's William Chilton makes his mark as 'The Golf Ball Guy'  WKYC

SME Policy Index: North Macedonia Kick-off Event - OECDSME Policy Index: North Macedonia Kick-off Event  OECD

Iute received a license for offering payment services in Macedonia - The Baltic TimesIute received a license for offering payment services in Macedonia  The Baltic Times

Trump cuts customs tariffs on North Macedonia to 15 percent - TelegrafiTrump cuts customs tariffs on North Macedonia to 15 percent  Telegrafi

Global lenders line up to finance North Macedonia’s €1.9bn high-speed rail project - bne IntelliNewsGlobal lenders line up to finance North Macedonia’s €1.9bn high-speed rail project  bne IntelliNews

Fifteen detained after North Macedonia nightclub fire kills 59 in Kocani - BBCFifteen detained after North Macedonia nightclub fire kills 59 in Kocani  BBC

North Macedonia's Security Council Discusses Global Security Challenges, Wildfires, and European Integration - ???North Macedonia's Security Council Discusses Global Security Challenges, Wildfires, and European Integration  ???

At least 59 people killed in nightclub fire in North Macedonia - Al JazeeraAt least 59 people killed in nightclub fire in North Macedonia  Al Jazeera

Turning Data into Action: North Macedonia Celebrates 25 Years of Gender Statistics - UN Women Europe and Central AsiaTurning Data into Action: North Macedonia Celebrates 25 Years of Gender Statistics  UN Women Europe and Central Asia

Landmark government partnership signed with North Macedonia - GOV.UKLandmark government partnership signed with North Macedonia  GOV.UK

Ancient 'military outpost' in North Macedonia might be birthplace of Alexander the Great's grandmother - Live ScienceAncient 'military outpost' in North Macedonia might be birthplace of Alexander the Great's grandmother  Live Science

Over 50 killed, 100 injured in fire at nightclub in North Macedonia - Here's what we know - MintOver 50 killed, 100 injured in fire at nightclub in North Macedonia - Here's what we know  Mint

North Macedonia prepares against Peste des petits ruminants - Food and Agriculture OrganizationNorth Macedonia prepares against Peste des petits ruminants  Food and Agriculture Organization

North Macedonia: Round-table meeting to discuss the country’s progress in combating human trafficking - The Council of EuropeNorth Macedonia: Round-table meeting to discuss the country’s progress in combating human trafficking  The Council of Europe

DPHM: Rainfall expected in Macedonia from tonight - TelegrafiDPHM: Rainfall expected in Macedonia from tonight  Telegrafi

Multi-stakeholder Consultation in North Macedonia Ahead of the Development of a New Anti-Corruption Strategy - United Nations Office on Drugs and CrimeMulti-stakeholder Consultation in North Macedonia Ahead of the Development of a New Anti-Corruption Strategy  United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime

Addressing Hate Speech: Training for Judges and Prosecutors in North Macedonia - Freedom of Expression - The Council of EuropeAddressing Hate Speech: Training for Judges and Prosecutors in North Macedonia - Freedom of Expression  The Council of Europe

Nightclub fire: Protesters vent fury after North Macedonia disaster - BBCNightclub fire: Protesters vent fury after North Macedonia disaster  BBC

Thousands mourn victims of North Macedonia nightclub fire - Al JazeeraThousands mourn victims of North Macedonia nightclub fire  Al Jazeera

CyberSEE: North Macedonia advances preparations for the ratification of the Second Additional Protocol to the Convention on Cybercrime - The Council of EuropeCyberSEE: North Macedonia advances preparations for the ratification of the Second Additional Protocol to the Convention on Cybercrime  The Council of Europe

Enlargement: Costa defends North Macedonia (and prods Bulgaria): "Implement what was agreed" - EunewsEnlargement: Costa defends North Macedonia (and prods Bulgaria): "Implement what was agreed"  Eunews

'I had one child and I lost him' - North Macedonia mourns nightclub fire - BBC'I had one child and I lost him' - North Macedonia mourns nightclub fire  BBC

Mourners protest against corruption in North Macedonia after nightclub fire - theguardian.comMourners protest against corruption in North Macedonia after nightclub fire  theguardian.com

Enhanced forest fire management will bolster North Macedonia’s climate resilience - Food and Agriculture OrganizationEnhanced forest fire management will bolster North Macedonia’s climate resilience  Food and Agriculture Organization

EBRD and EU support SME digitalisation in North Macedonia with first-of-its-kind loan - EBRDEBRD and EU support SME digitalisation in North Macedonia with first-of-its-kind loan  EBRD

Grief, anger in North Macedonia as thousands mourn nightclub fire victims - Al JazeeraGrief, anger in North Macedonia as thousands mourn nightclub fire victims  Al Jazeera

Kazakhstan-North Macedonia | European Qualifiers 2026 - UEFA.comKazakhstan-North Macedonia | European Qualifiers 2026  UEFA.com

The productivity paradox in North Macedonia: Why growing firms don’t always pay more - World Bank BlogsThe productivity paradox in North Macedonia: Why growing firms don’t always pay more  World Bank Blogs

Arun Kumar Sahu concurrently accredited as Indias Ambassador to North Macedonia - Tribune IndiaArun Kumar Sahu concurrently accredited as Indias Ambassador to North Macedonia  Tribune India

North Macedonia nightclub fire updates: At least 59 killed during concert - Al JazeeraNorth Macedonia nightclub fire updates: At least 59 killed during concert  Al Jazeera

Republic of North Macedonia - General DebateRepublic of North Macedonia  General Debate

Major Court Win for Roma at Risk of Statelessness in North Macedonia - European Roma Rights CentreMajor Court Win for Roma at Risk of Statelessness in North Macedonia  European Roma Rights Centre

The EU is evacuating burn victims after deadly fire in a nightclub in North Macedonia - European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid OperationsThe EU is evacuating burn victims after deadly fire in a nightclub in North Macedonia  European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations

Situation analysis of children and adolescents in North Macedonia 2024 - UnicefSituation analysis of children and adolescents in North Macedonia 2024  Unicef

NORTH MACEDONIA - Forthcoming Opinion - Online meetings - The Council of EuropeNORTH MACEDONIA - Forthcoming Opinion - Online meetings  The Council of Europe

Nightclub fire in North Macedonia kills 59 and leaves more than 100 injured - theguardian.comNightclub fire in North Macedonia kills 59 and leaves more than 100 injured  theguardian.com

North Macedonia-Belgium | European Qualifiers 2026 - UEFA.comNorth Macedonia-Belgium | European Qualifiers 2026  UEFA.com

North Macedonia 1-1 Wales: World Cup 2026 qualifier – as it happened - theguardian.comNorth Macedonia 1-1 Wales: World Cup 2026 qualifier – as it happened  theguardian.com

North Macedonia updates Positive List of Medicines after 15 years, with WHO support - World Health Organization (WHO)North Macedonia updates Positive List of Medicines after 15 years, with WHO support  World Health Organization (WHO)

Instead of going to the citizens of the RMV, EU money for electricity bills was being poured into the EMV - TelegrafiInstead of going to the citizens of the RMV, EU money for electricity bills was being poured into the EMV  Telegrafi

North Macedonia-UK Deal Sparks Concerns About Hosting Migrant Hubs - Balkan InsightNorth Macedonia-UK Deal Sparks Concerns About Hosting Migrant Hubs  Balkan Insight

Thousands gather to mourn North Macedonia nightclub fire dead - BBCThousands gather to mourn North Macedonia nightclub fire dead  BBC

Bulgarian MEPs delay vote on North Macedonia's EU accession report - Euronews.comBulgarian MEPs delay vote on North Macedonia's EU accession report  Euronews.com

Thousands of protesters in North Macedonia demand justice over nightclub fire - Euronews.comThousands of protesters in North Macedonia demand justice over nightclub fire  Euronews.com

Thallium in Technosols from Allchar (North Macedonia): Isotopic and speciation insights - ScienceDirect.comThallium in Technosols from Allchar (North Macedonia): Isotopic and speciation insights  ScienceDirect.com

North Macedonia—Country Climate and Development Report: Key Highlights - World BankNorth Macedonia—Country Climate and Development Report: Key Highlights  World Bank